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TOPIK 3noun

담임

damim [다밈]

담임이 · 담임을

homeroom teacher; being in charge of a class

Example

올해 담임 선생님은 아주 친절하세요.

This year's homeroom teacher is very kind.

Word parts

담 carry임 duty

Literally 'carrying the duty' — the teacher responsible for a class.